Behavioral Health/Developmental Services Clinician 2

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

HUMAN SERVICES

Compensation Grade:

G26

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $28.93-$45.08 hourly
Starting hourly rate may be negotiable based on qualifications

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted ongoingly. The requisition will close once a sufficient applicant pool is established.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

About Us:

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a Part-Time Clinician II - Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist to support continuous quality improvement efforts within the Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). The ideal candidate will have experience with regulatory and policy compliance, quality improvement, training and support, and reporting and documentation. The Clinician II will have good working knowledge of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) regulations, state licensing requirements and quality assurance standards.

Duties:

• Complete Individual Support Plans (ISPs), nursing notes, staff training, medication administration, and active treatment documentation.
• Monitor compliance with federal (CMS) and state (DBHDS or equivalent) regulations and facility policies. Ensure confidentiality of resident and employee information in all QA activities.
• Participate in internal reviews, mock surveys, and quality improvement initiatives. Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating quality improvement projects.
• Track and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely resolution.
• Collect and analyze data to identify patterns or areas of concern in service delivery. Provide feedback and recommendations to the management team on findings and best practices.
• Support the development and maintenance of quality assurance tracking tools and dashboards.
• Support training efforts by identifying staff development needs based on audit results. Provide coaching or technical assistance to staff to improve documentation and compliance.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support alignment between quality goals and resident outcomes. Maintain detailed records of audits, findings, and corrective actions.
• Prepare clear, concise reports summarizing trends, outcomes, and recommendations for leadership review.
• Work closely with nursing, QDPP, direct support, and administrative teams to improve service delivery. Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Selected candidate must be a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) or eligible.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm

Preferences:

• One (1) year of experience working with the Developmentally Disabled Populations
• Bachelors degree in Human Services or related field
• Experience working in an Intermediate Care Facility
• Experience in quality assurance or compliance

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript: Yes

• CDL: No

• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No

• CPS Check: Yes

• Physical: No

• Respirator: No

• Psychological Screening: No

• Polygraph: No

• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a four (4) year degree in a human services field (such as psychology, behavioral or mental health, special education, social work) and three (3) years’ experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with such positions as Mental Health Counselor, Special Education Teacher, or Social Worker OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience and training equivalent to seven (7) years in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: Professional licensure as a QDDP (Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional) or eligible is required for this position. All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Case Management, Direct Support, Disabilities, Documentations, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Improvement

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.